Cars and light trucks have many major interactive systems, which are based on the applications of certain scientific and mathematical concepts.

Objectives:

Add and subtract decimal numbers and demonstrate how to multiply and divide.

Convert metric units of measurement by moving the decimal point.

Demonstrate the basic features of a calculator to add metric units and calculate percentages.

Explain ratios and relate this mathematical concept to automotive technology.

Estimate the compression ratio of an engine from measurements, compare the estimate with the engine specifications, determine how the ratio would change if the cylinder head were milled, and consider the effect on other engine parameters.

Use formulas to calculate torque, horsepower, and engine displacement for an internal combustion engine.

Read charts and graphs.

Explain energy, heat, temperature, thermodynamics, and pressure/vacuum and how they relate to gasoline-fueled automotive engines.

Additional Details

Licensing and/or certification requirements for jobs in this field are not the same in every state and may include educational, testing, and/or experiential requirements beyond those offered in the Penn Foster Program. Prospective students should contact the state professional licensing board or similar regulatory body in the state(s) where they plan to work to determine their requirements before enrolling in this Program. Click here for contact information for state licensing/regulatory boards and certain industry licensing information.

Students enrolled in the Auto Repair Technician Career Diploma Program are eligible for discounted rates for the Classic Car Restoration Club premium online how-to videos. This video resource site can serve as a supplement to your Penn Foster Career School program, but is not required to complete your coursework. Learn more about this offer here.

Students enrolled in the Auto Repair Technician Program are eligible to participate in the Snap-on Student Excellence Program. This program allows students in trades and technology education programs to purchase high-quality Snap-on tools at a preferred student discount. Some restrictions may apply for total purchase and quantities of certain items. Click here to see the new Snap-on Catalog.

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Penn Foster has been accredited for over 50 years. Penn Foster Career School has been thoroughly reviewed and has earned several important accreditations, certifications, and licensing. Most importantly, Penn Foster Career School is both regionally and nationally accredited.

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Sample Auto Repair Technician Lesson

Penn Foster courses are written in a way that is easy to understand, and materials are broken down into manageable lessons. Take a look at what an auto repair technician course would look like.

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